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Beethoven: 12 Variations Op. 66 for Cello and Piano (arr. James M. Guthrie, ASCAP)
by Ludwig Van Beethoven Cello and Piano - Digital Sheet Music

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Full title: "Variations for cello and piano on 'Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen' from Mozart's The Magic Flute in F major"
Composition date: Likely composed around 1796
Publication: Published in Vienna in 1798
Source material: The variations are based on the aria "Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen" from Mozart's opera "The Magic Flute"
Instrumentation: Originally written for cello and piano
Opus number: Op. 66 in Beethoven's catalog of works
Genre: This piece falls under Beethoven's chamber music compositions
Historical context: It's an example of Beethoven's early period works when he was still heavily influenced by Mozart and Haydn
Adaptations: While originally for cello and piano, there are arrangements for other instruments, such as viola and piano
Performance and recording: The piece is part of the standard cello repertoire and has been recorded by many notable cellists
This composition demonstrates Beethoven's skill in writing variations, a form he would continue to explore throughout his career. It also shows his engagement with and respect for Mozart's work, as he chose to base these variations on a popular aria from one of Mozart's most famous operas.

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